After 17 years in Federal Service as a biological lab technician for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, my project lost it’s funding due to government cutbacks and I was “involuntarily separated.” I am faced now with a huge decision….look for employment within my field or try to take a totally different career path. I have … Read more
With the unseasonably warm temperatures here in Southeast Louisiana, the frigid Arctic seems more than a world away. But, polar bears, the inhabitants of the Arctic, are close to the heart of Coca-Cola as they represent the icy cold refreshment you enjoy as well as family togetherness. This winter, Coca-Cola is partnering with the World … Read more
Almost 12 years ago (has it been that long?), my husband and I honeymooned in Disney World. So it was only natural that upon the birth of our first daughter, we could not wait to sprinkle her life with Pixie Dust! Watching my daughter’s eyes light up with excitement when she saw Cinderella’s Castle is … Read more
About a year ago, I was so excited to purchase my first iPad. I think I got to play with it for all of ten minutes until my kids took over. Now, I am lucky if I get to touch it on a daily basis! Positive side? There are some incredible apps for kids and … Read more
As soon as the holidays are over and we look towards the New Year, I am in full on party planning mode. My oldest daughter’s birthday is at the end of January with my youngest’s close behind in early March (not to mention my husband’s is the day after). The next few days are filled … Read more
With two small children in the house, my husband and I often sacrifice our own television preferences for that of family friendly programming. I could probably recite just about every episode of Disney’s “Good Luck, Charlie” and Nickelodeon’s “Dora the Explorer”, but I can’t even tell you the last time I watched the 5:00 news … Read more